The 2010 Schiopetto Friulano from Collio is a great example of this classic white grape. It’s bright and fresh with lovely notes of pear, apricot, and a touch of almond. On the palate, it’s full and lively, with a nice balance of fruit and a subtle hint of the sea breeze from its coastal terroir. It’s smooth, elegant, and easy to enjoy—perfect for anyone who loves a white with personality and freshness.

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Traditional wine with a strong typicality and personality, obtained exclusively from Friulano grapes, the historic vine of the Collio Goriziano planted in a ventilated hilly area and in mainly marl soils of Eocene origin. The harvest of these grapes is followed by soft pressing which is accompanied by a short period of settling in the total absence of sulfur dioxide. The start of fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with addition of pied de cuve at a controlled temperature. The refinement takes place on the lees for 8 months.

CHARACTERISTICS

Bright straw yellow, with gold-greenish reflexes
Outstanding nose, with intense aromas of pear and apricot, barely perceivable the classic almond; further aromas of wildflowers help to give more complexity.
The palate is full-bodied, dynamic with an aristocratic balance deriving from an excellent fusion between of its freshness and marine notes, together with its match of aromas to the nose and mouth.
First vintage: 1965